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Resource Recap Destination Ready: NC Showcase

Written by Maddy May, PRTM undergraduate student.On March 23rd, 2026, we kicked off our first webinar in the Destination Ready Series with a North Carolina Showcase. We wanted to focus on the…

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A Guide to Tourism Professional Development: A Tourism Leader’s Educational Compass

This resource and interactive graphic was developed by Abby Kidder, Parks, Recreation and Tourism Major, graduating May 2026.Just like any other industry, professional development is vital for…

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New Webinar Series - Destination Ready: A Virtual Forum for Tourism Stakeholders

As destinations face increasing disaster risks, it is important to put plans in place and know the available resources. NC State Tourism Extension is launching a webinar series to provide destination…

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New Case Study Explore AI Applications in Tourism

Written by McKenzie Bracken undergraduate studentThe Sustainable Tourism Case Studies Clearinghouse has released another case study outlining AI Applications for Destination Marketing and Management.…

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Discovering Tourism Management and Marketing: Emily Prickett

Written by Emily Prickett PRTM undergraduate studentThis past summer, I wanted to find a unique opportunity that would provide marketing experience in tourism, and I found an incredible informal…

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Helene Resources for Tourism Communities

Resources for Tourism Organizations, Businesses and Workforce Below we have aggregated resources from partners keeping up-to-date information about resources and funding options for small businesses…

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Destination Development

Supporting communities across the state as they develop their destination is a key focus of NC State Tourism Extension. This support is offered through various programs, topic areas and research…

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First Impressions NC

What is the First Impressions Program?First Impressions is a "secret shopper" program pairing two similar communities across North Carolina. Capturing the unique perspectives of first-time visitors,…

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North Carolina Well Represented at Marketing Outlook Forum

The NC State Tourism Extension team was well represented at the Travel and Tourism Research Association's Marketing Outlook Forum at the end of January. North Carolina had a fantastic group of alumni…

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PRT Students Highlight Value of Industry Connections

Written by Emily Prickett, Parks, Recreation and Tourism Major.As we kick off 2024, we wanted to highlight the perspective of current students who will soon be entering the tourism workforce. We…